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Issue 251 November 2020

LOCAL COVID ALERT LEVEL

VERY HIGH YOU MUST : Follow the specific rules in your local area Not mix with other households indoors Only meet people outdoors in open public spaces in groups of up to six Reduce your number of journeys, avoid travel outside the area unless needed

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Welcome to Focus Magazine... Restrictions in Tier 3.........................................4 Wyre’s Covid Alert Level................................11 Test & Trace Financial Support...................15 Faith & Community Events............................16 Remembrance Sunday in Wyre.................18 The Royal British Legion................................19 Knott End Library...............................................21 1st Pilling Scout Group...................................22 Lancashire West Trefoil Group...................24 St Oswald’s Church...........................................24 Pilling Band 200 Club......................................26 Stalmine Village Hall.......................................26 OWSAC....................................................................26 Parkinson’s UK.....................................................27 Galloways...............................................................27 Cardiac Risk in the Young..............................28 Preesall Bowling Club.....................................29 Plastic: The End of a Love Affair.................30 Nature’s Beauty on Canvas..........................32 Garstang Quakers..............................................33 Cat Smith MP........................................................34 Revelation - Free Bible Booklet.................36 Garstang Camera Club...................................36

Green Homes Grant..........................................36 Soroptimists..........................................................40 Ben Wallace MP.................................................44 Preesall Town Council News.......................47 Hambleton Parish Council............................51 Pilling Parish Council.......................................52 Stalmine Parish Council.................................52 SSRA..........................................................................55 Over Wyre Medical Centre...........................56 Grey Matter Test.................................................57 Met Someone Online?.....................................61 Harmony & Health.............................................61 Friends of Trinity Hospice..............................63 Wyre Juniors Football Club..........................63 RSPCA......................................................................64 Crossword..............................................................65 Wyre Flood Forum............................................67 Pilling Lane WI....................................................69 Wyre Villa Football Club................................69 North Fylde Photographic Society...........70 Knott End Railway.............................................70 Puzzle Answers...................................................71

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RESTRICTIONS IN TIER 3 •

outdoor sports facilities, and playgrounds.

When you do so, you must not meet in a group of more than six (includes children of any age). You should also: Meeting with Family & Friends You must not meet socially with friends and family indoors in any setting unless they are part of your household or support bubble. This includes private homes and indoors in hospitality venues, such as pubs. You must also not meet with people outside of your household or support bubble in a private garden or in most outdoor public venues. You may continue to see friends and family you do not live with (or have formed a support bubble with) in groups of 6 or less in certain outdoor public spaces, such as: •

parks, beaches, countryside, forests

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public gardens and allotments,

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follow social distancing rules when you meet up

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limit how many different people you see socially over a short period of time

Groups Larger Than Six: Exceptions These include: • • • • • •

in a legally permitted support bubble in a legally permitted childcare bubble for work, volunteering to provide voluntary or charitable services for education or training to allow contact between birth parents and children in care for arrangements where children do not live in the same household as both their

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parents or guardians for prospective adopting parents to meet a child for supervised activities provided for children, including wraparound care, youth groups and playgroups for birth partners to see someone who is dying to provide emergency assistance, to avoid injury or illness or to escape a risk of harm to fulfil a legal obligation, such as attending court or jury service to provide care or assistance to someone vulnerable to facilitate a house move for a wedding or equivalent ceremony where the organiser has carried out a risk assessment and taken all reasonable measures to limit the risk of transmission

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of the virus – up to a maximum of 15 people (not to take place in private dwellings) for funerals – up to a maximum of 30 people; wakes and other commemorative events are permitted with up to 15 people present (not to take place in private dwellings) for elite sportspeople and their coaches if necessary for competition and training, as well as parents or guardians if they are a child for outdoor exercise and dance classes, organised outdoor sport and licensed outdoor physical activity for indoor organised sport for disabled people, sport for educational purposes and supervised sport and physical activity for under-18s support groups of up to 15 participants – formally organised groups to provide

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Where a group includes someone covered by such an exception (for example, someone who is working), they are not generally counted as part of the gatherings limit. This means, for example, a tradesperson can go into a household without breaching the limit, if they are there for work. Visiting Other Venues, Including Restaurants, Pubs & Places of Worship Pubs and bars will be closed unless they are serving substantial meals, like a main lunchtime or evening meal. Retail and places of worship will remain open, but subject to the further restrictions on social contact that apply for this level. At least one person in your group should give their contact details to the venue or check in using the official NHS COVID-19 app so NHS Test and Trace can contact you if needed. Going to Work To help contain the virus, office workers who can work effectively from home should do so over the winter. Public sector employees working in essential services, including education settings, should continue to go into work where necessary. Anyone else who cannot work from home should go to their place of work. Extra consideration should be given to those people at higher risk. Those classed as clinically extremely vulnerable can go to work as long as the workplace is COVID secure, but should carry on working from home wherever possible. People living inside and outside of the very high alert level area can continue to travel in and out of the areas for work.

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RESTRICTIONS IN TIER 3 (cont) There is no limit to the group size when you are meeting or gathering for work purposes, but workplaces should be set up to meet the COVID-secure guidelines. Going to School, College & University The government has prioritised ensuring all children can attend school safely, to support their wellbeing and education and help working parents and guardians. Universities have welcomed students back under guidance that ensures they minimise the spread of the virus. You can move home and travel to go to university but there are some stricter rules in place for very high alert level areas: •

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you must not move back and forward between your permanent home and student home during term time – subject to limited exemptions set out in law students living at their university termtime address in a very high alert level area should follow the same guidance on meeting other people and travel as others in that area commuter students (those who live at a family home which may not be in the same area as their university and who travel to/from university each day) should be able to continue to travel to and from their university for education purposes

Childcare There are exceptions from legal gatherings limits for registered childcare, education or training, and supervised activities provided for children, including wraparound care, youth groups and activities, and children’s playgroups. This means you can continue to use early years and childcare settings, including childminders, after-school clubs and nannies. The following people can provide childcare support in private homes and gardens: Why not keep it local and support our advertisers?

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registered childcare providers, including nannies people in your support bubble people in your childcare bubble

A childcare bubble is where someone in one household provides informal (unpaid and unregistered) childcare to a child aged 13 or under in another household. This must always be between the same two households. Friends or family who do not live with you and are not part of a support or childcare bubble must not visit your home to help with childcare. Childcare bubbles are to be used to provide childcare only, and not for the purposes of different households mixing. Visiting Relatives in Care Homes You should not visit a care home except in exceptional circumstances, for example to visit an individual who is at the end of their life. Established over 14 years

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Travel You may continue to travel to venues or amenities for work, or to access education, within a very high alert level area, but you should and aim to reduce the number of journeys you make. If you need to travel we encourage you to walk or cycle where possible, or to plan ahead and avoid busy times and routes on public transport. This will allow you to practise social distancing. If you need to use public transport, you should follow the safer travel guidance. In addition, we are advising people not to travel into or out of an area if it has been categorised as a very high alert level area. This is part of wider measures to help manage the risk of transmission. You can continue to travel into or out of very high alert level areas if you need to for work, education, to access youth services or because of caring responsibilities. You may also do so where necessary as part of a longer journey – such as when a journey between lower risk areas passes through a very high alert level area, or when going to an airport, port or international rail terminal to travel abroad. If you are travelling, you must only do so with members of your household or support bubble, and should follow the safer travel guidance. As a resident in a very high alert level area, we ask you avoid staying overnight in another part of the UK, except if you need to for work, education or caring purposes. This means we are asking you not to leave the very high alert level area to stay in a second home, if you own one. You must not stay with anyone you do not live with elsewhere in the UK or visit their home. Weddings, Civil Partnerships, Religious Services & Funerals You can attend places of worship for a service if you’re in a very high alert level area.

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RESTRICTIONS IN TIER 3 (cont) However, you must not mingle with anyone outside of your household or support bubble. You should follow the national guidance on the safe use of places of worship. Wedding and civil partnership ceremonies must only take place in COVID-secure venues or in public outdoor spaces unless in exceptional circumstances. Weddings and civil partnership ceremonies are restricted to 15 people. Receptions must not take place in a very high alert level area. Funerals must only take place in COVIDsecure venues or in public outdoor spaces with up to 30 people in attendance. Wakes or linked ceremonial events before or after the funeral are limited to 15 people and must not take place in private homes. Where food or drink is consumed, this should be in the form of a sit-down meal to ensure people can keep their distance from each other. Anyone

working

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partnership ceremony, wake or funeral is not generally counted as part of the limit. Within these larger gatherings, people do not need to limit their interaction to groups of 6 or their own household, but social distancing should still be followed between people who do not live together or share a support bubble. People living outside of a very high alert level area can travel to this area to attend an event, but they must not meet with another household in a private home or garden and we are asking them not to stay overnight. Sport & Physical Activity You can take part in organised outdoor sport and physical activity, including exercise classes, in any number, provided this follows the relevant guidance. Organised sport, exercise classes and other activity groups are only permitted indoors if it is possible for people to avoid mixing

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WYRE’S COVID ALERT LEVEL

with people they do not live with (or share a support bubble with).

Wyre, along with the rest of Lancashire, has been moved into the ‘very high’ Covid alert level by government. The restrictions will mean that new measures will come into place including:

Moving Home You can still move home if you’re in a very high alert level area. Estate and letting agents and removals firms can continue to work and people looking to move home can continue to undertake viewings. Follow the national guidance on moving home safely, which includes advice on social distancing and wearing a face covering.

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people must not socialise with anybody who is not part of their household or support bubble in any indoor setting or in any private garden or at most outdoor hospitality venues and ticketed events

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people must not socialise in a group of more than 6 in an outdoor public space such as a park or beach, the countryside, a public garden or a sports venue

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all pubs and bars must close, unless they are serving substantial meals

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people should try to avoid travelling outside the very high alert level or

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WYRE’S COVID ALERT LEVEL (cont) entering a very high alert level area other than for work, education or for caring responsibilities or to travel through as part of a longer journey •

residents should avoid staying overnight in another part of the UK, and others should avoid staying overnight in the very high alert area

In addition, following discussions with local leaders it was agreed that: •

the adult gaming industry, casinos, bingo halls, bookmakers and betting shops, and soft play areas must close

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car boot sales would not be permitted

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gyms, leisure centres and close contact hair and beauty services remain open at this time.

The decision is accompanied by a support package for Lancashire to help minimise the impact on Lancashire’s businesses and

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WYRE’S COVID ALERT LEVEL (cont) residents. New, local arrangements and funding will also be introduced for test and trace to give Lancashire more control of the contact tracing process. We are awaiting further guidance on the local restrictions support grant which will be available for businesses that have been required to close due to temporary Covid local lockdown restrictions imposed by the government. Speaking on behalf of Lancashire’s leaders, Lancashire County Council’s leader Geoff Driver CBE said: ‘Across Lancashire, the coronavirus situation is serious and getting worse. Lancashire’s leaders all agree that, as we approach winter, urgent action has to be taken now to ensure the county is not overwhelmed by the virus. ‘After major negotiations with government, we have agreed a bespoke deal for Lancashire that means our businesses and

residents will receive extra support that will not be available elsewhere in the country. ‘I want to thank all of the Lancashire leaders for the constructive and meaningful discussions we have had over the past week. The deal has presented real challenges for some and they have only been able to sign up with reluctance, but we have been willing to work across party lines so that we can hammer this out with government. ‘These new restrictions will affect us all, but we know they will be particularly harsh on those who make their living in our hospitality sector. It is a vital and valued part of our economy and we are all committed to maximising the support we can give as a result of this deal.’ As the new restrictions come in, the directors of public health for Lancashire, Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool made a joint plea to the public to stick to the rules.

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Dr Sakthi Karunanithi, Professor Dominic Harrison and Dr Arif Rajpura said: ‘We are at a very dangerous phase of the pandemic. Infection rates are going up across Lancashire and hospitals are getting busier.’ ‘We have to level with you – it isn’t happening any time soon. All of our lives have been affected by coronavirus and will continue to be so until we have a vaccine. Now that Lancashire has entered tier three the next month is critical to getting the virus under control. ‘In the meantime, as public health professionals we have a responsibility to do all we can to protect the people of Lancashire and we are working night and day to do so. But you also have a role to play as well to protect yourself, your family and your community. By sticking to the restrictions – even though we know it’s hard – and following the simple guidance around hands, face and space you will help limit the spread of coronavirus. Deputy Chief Constable Terry Woods of Lancashire Constabulary, added: ‘It’s imperative that we all work together and follow the rules so that the restrictions will be eased sooner. ‘None of us want to be in this situation but abiding now will help us bring the infection rates down and save lives. We’ve taken a common-sense approach to policing the regulations throughout the pandemic and this will not change. ‘Our first priority is to engage with people and explain the rules, but we do want to be clear that we will enforce them where we need to, especially around repeat offenders, significant gatherings and people who deliberately flout the regulations and put others at risk.’ Find out exactly what you can or cannot do under the very high alert level at gov.uk Wyre Borough Council www.wyre.gov.uk

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WYRE TEST & TRACE SUPPORT Payment Scheme Now Open Wyre Council has launched its Test and Trace support payment scheme for residents who have to self-isolate, can’t work from home and are on a low income. In England you are now required by law to self-isolate if you receive a positive Covid test result or if you have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive. If you can’t work because you’ve been told to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace and you can’t work from home and you are on a low income or in receipt of a qualifying benefit, you may be able to claim for help. The payment scheme is now open which will see eligible people able to claim a £500 payment. If there is more than one person in your household who has been told to self-isolate,

then they can also make a separate claim for a support payment provided they too are eligible. The Test and Trace support payment has been introduced in response to feedback that some residents were struggling to selfisolate owing to financial constraints. It also helps to ensure that people on low incomes self-isolate when they test positive or are identified as a contact, and to encourage more people to get tested and help reduce the transmission of Covid. Councillor Alan Vincent, Resources Portfolio Holder for Wyre Council comments, ‘We are pleased to have this new scheme in place for our residents. ‘It’s vital that if you are told by NHS Test and Trace to self-isolate that you do so in order to protect your loved ones and the

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TEST & TRACE SUPPORT (cont) wider community. However, we understand the financial pressure this can bring and so it’s important that support is there for those who need it most. This will provide some reassurance for those concerned about a loss of income. ‘There is criteria that residents will need to meet but full details are on our website and we aim to process applications as quickly as possible.’ To find out if you’re eligible and to make an application go to: www.wyre.gov.uk/selfisolationpayment

FAITH & COMMUNITY EVENTS The Lancashire Resilience Forum (LRF) has issued guidance on restrictions around upcoming faith and community events for the remainder of 2020 due to Covid.

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The restrictions relate to upcoming events including: Prophet Muhammad’s birthdate (Wed 28th / Thu 29th Oct), Halloween (Sat 31st Oct), bonfire celebrations (Thu 5th Sat 7th Nov), Remembrance Sunday (Sun 8th Nov), Diwali (Sat 14th Nov), Hanukkah (Thu 10th – Fri 18th Dec) and the switching on of Christmas lights. In line with national restrictions on numbers at events and our strong advice in Lancashire to avoid households mixing, the decision has been taken to prohibit large-scale events to mark these occasions in Lancashire. Angie Ridgwell, Chair of the Lancashire Resilience Forum, said: ‘We know these are important events for everyone in our community and we’re sorry that we have to do this. We haven’t taken these decisions lightly and are really grateful for your support. By following this guidance we will all limit the spread of coronavirus and help keep people safe. ‘While Lancashire continues to experience a rapid increase of coronavirus cases that puts the county among the highest level of transmissions in the country, large scale community events create too great a risk for the public. ‘It is vital that we all work together to follow these regulations and avoid the temptation to break the rules on visiting other people’s homes or gardens to celebrate these events putting yourself and others at risk. ‘We are working with various faith and business groups as well as charitable and community organisations – such as the British Legion – to see whether alternative arrangements can be made to mark these occasions.’ Councillor David Henderson, Leader of Wyre Council comments:

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REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY IN WYRE

‘This year we would like to encourage our residents to mark these occasions in a different way, to keep our community safe.

Wyre Council is encouraging residents to observe a doorstep two minute silence on Remembrance Sunday (Sun 8th Nov) to remember those that fought for our country.

On Remembrance Sunday the usual commemorative services will not be taking place in Wyre and we suggest that residents instead join us from their homes in a doorstep two minute silence at 11:00am. Wreaths can also be laid from Sun 1st Nov to help spread out visitors to our memorial sites.’ Unfortunately, trick or treating will not be permitted this year as it would increase the risk of household transmissions. So, this year the message is very much, let’s celebrate in a different way and find safer ways to have fun. Event organisers looking for guidance can call Wyre Council on (01253) 891000.

In line with national restrictions on numbers at events and restrictions on households mixing, the decision has been taken to prohibit large-scale events to mark these occasions in Lancashire. Despite the changes this year, the council is encouraging residents to ensure Remembrance Sunday is still marked appropriately by taking part in remote Remembrance activity, whether that be watching the service on television or pausing for the two minute silence in their home or on their doorsteps. Wyre Council will be airing a pre-recorded virtual remembrance service which will be led by the Reverend George Ayoma for residents to have their own Remembrance

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‘On Remembrance Sunday the usual commemorative services will not be taking place in Wyre and we suggest that residents instead join us from their homes in a doorstep two minute silence at 11:00am.’ Residents are also encouraged to lay wreaths from Sun 1st Nov to help spread out visitors to our memorial sites. The Marine Hall in Fleetwood will also be lit red to honour the day. You can make a donation to the Royal British Legion online at: www.britishlegion.org.uk/ get-involved/ways-to-give/donate

Now that I have regained access to the current membership listing, it was a pleasant surprise to note that the branch membership is now up to 25 and that doesn’t include Jackie or me. I would like to welcome the three new members: one from Thornton/Cleveleys, one from Fleetwood and one from Poulton le Fylde. It would be really nice - when all this Covid business is over - if they could join us and attend a meeting. As was mentioned in last month’s Focus Magazine, the branch annual general meeting (AGM) should have been held on Thurs 8th Oct, but, due to Covid, the

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THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION (cont) necessary documentation (election notices etc) have been distributed by both email and hand. All that is required now is for the forms to be returned and then we can see how the members want to progress with retaining the branch and electing new officers. Poppy Appeal 2020 In accordance with the current guidelines from the Poppy Appeal, we have to scrutinise where and how we disseminate poppies both for delivery and the return collection to ensure that we do not breach current governmental guidelines. So it was decided that we would not be able to deliver poppies to every one of the usual locations but restricted them to what we perceived to be the more popular locations and those more likely to be visited by members of the community.

Poppy Appeal will run from Sat 24th Oct until Sun 8th Nov. We will be in the Preesall Youth and Community Centre on Sat 31st Oct and the Sat 7th Nov from 11:00am until 1:00pm for anyone who would normally have a remembrance poppy wreath or for anyone who would like to have a poppy. Remembrance Sunday The latest edict from Wyre Borough Council stipulates that the Remembrance Sunday Parades (which in normal circumstances would have been held on Sun 8th Nov) are not to take place. However, it is understood that St Oswaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church is intending to hold a very limited attendee Service of Remembrance. It is also intended that the Mayor and a Royal British Legion representative will lay wreaths at 11:00am at the Preesall War Memorial. It is hoped to also have a member of the Clergy, a Bugler and the Royal British Legion Standard present. Members of the public and other organisations who wish to lay a wreath may do so providing proper social distancing is observed during and after the service. It must be emphasised that a mass congregating will not be allowed. Social distancing governmental guidelines will be observed at all times. If anyone would like further information then pleases contact me Bill Burn t: 07715 784 128 e: billburn.rbl@talktalk.net RBL Contact Centre: 08088 028 080 Live On â&#x20AC;&#x201C; To the Memory of the Fallen and the Future of the Living â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Live On. Remember together.

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KNOTT END LIBRARY With winter on its way and the evolving situation we are finding ourselves in, there has been no better time to reconnect with the local community.

looking for on the shelf, we can order it in. This month our focus will be on Lancashire authors in recognition on Lancashire Day on Fri 27th Nov.

A lot of people are relying more and more on services available locally within the villages of Over Wyre and now the Library is open, we can add to that list. When did you last escape into the pages of a good book? It is a well-known fact reading can help to reduce stress and anxiety, increase our brain power and alleviate depression, something we are all in need of right now.

We are operating in a Covid Safe environment with all books quarantined for 72 hours, hand sanitiser stations provided within the Library and social distancing maintained to keep everyone safe. If you feel nervous about visiting the Library, try our ‘Six of the Best’ where you can contact us and we can pack you a bag of six books which can be safely collected at the door at a time that suits you.

Whilst our group activities and events are paused at the moment, we are inviting you to come along and join the Library (it’s free!) and browse our shelves for some of our lovely new titles from crime to chick-lit, health to history. We have access to an extensive catalogue - if we don’t have what you are

If you are more digitally minded, we offer free Digital download services called Borrowbox and RB Digital which are available by downloading the apps and signing in using your library membership card. Free daily newspapers and magazines as well as Ebooks and EAudio books are available.

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KNOTT END LIBRARY (cont) Of course, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t only offer books - we have our updated public computers where you can browse the internet, search for jobs, research family history all free of charge. Sessions are limited at present to 45 minutes and computers are sanitised between use. We now can offer a study space where free wifi can be accessed. Printing and photocopying services are also available. Home Library Service For those in the community who are unable to visit the Library because of poor health, we offer the Home Library Service, where we pack a choice of books and our volunteers will deliver to the door. Again, this is a Covid secure service with measures in place to protect you. It is now proving more vital than ever before, so if you would like to be part of this service, do please contact the Library.

For the most current and up to date information on the Library service and our offers, please go to our website or contact us via telephone. We are so glad to be back and look forward to welcoming you. Knott End Library Team t:0300 123 6703 www.lancashire.gov.uk

1ST PILLING SCOUT GROUP Further to last months article in Focus we have now moved up to Tier 3 of Covid Lockdown and opening up the Scout Group to children is not an option for the time being. However behind the scenes on Wed 14th Oct we had our Virtual Zoom Group Executive Meeting in preparation for our Annual General Meeting. The AGM which was also virtual on Zoom was held on Wed 21st Oct attended by scouters from the Wyre District, leaders and parents from our group. Normally our AGM would have been a presentation evening incorporating the AGM and a fun night on Wed 24th June. The new district commissioner, Jon Minshull, spoke to the meeting supporting our group and thanking the leaders for what they have done. Maybe you have moved into the local area and could have been in Scouting previously or wish to take up a new challenge as we are open to potential new leaders. Training and support is always given. If you require further information please contact me. Rod Robinson - Chairman t: (01253) 790692

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LANCASHIRE WEST TREFOIL GUILD Unfortunately we are still unable to meet faceto-face for any of our meetings due to Covid restrictions. However many of our guilds in the county are enjoying virtual Zoom coffee mornings each week and many members can join in if they wish. They have enjoyed quizzes, video shows, crafts and much more. Our County Chairman Barbara Topping sent a lovely card to all our members which were well received. Until we meet again, keep safe and well. For further information please contact me. Elaine Robinson (01253) 790692

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CARDIAC RISK IN THE YOUNG (CRY) Matthew Hesmondhalgh Memorial Fund The year is swiftly moving on and with the stark greyness and seemingly endless long nights fast approaching it can seem there is little to smile about, especially given the new rules that have been introduced to try to halt the spread of the Covid. At Matt’s Fund, we’re deeply saddened that the ‘Under the Glitterball’ event by the Paula Boscott School of Dance has had to be cancelled after all their hopes and hard work. It now seems highly likely our planned annual screening will need to be rescheduled to a later date too. However, we still have a lot to be cheerful and thankful for, especially with the fabulous generosity of businesses and local folks alike. Recently the kindness of many enabled Mark Jones, of Marrick Tree Care and Firewood fame to raise £650 for CRY and £114 for

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If humanity is still around in a thousand years they will look back on our behaviour of the last few decades and think we were insane vandals who did our level best to destroy the very things that allow there to be life on the planet. So as we move towards the festive season and the modern madness of mountains of presents and precious little soul, I ask you all to think about what you are buying. How is it packaged? Most importantly what is it made of and will it add value to your life or that of whoever you buy it for? Or will it be a novelty that is discarded soon never to be looked at again whose only purpose was to encourage consumption of our resources to make money for some faceless someone somewhere else. I would urge you to make simple changes. If you buy bottled water then look for that which is in glass bottles, turn your back on

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the plastic and eventually the manufacturers may get the message. If there is unnecessary plastic packaging don’t just ignore it, send it back to the shop or the manufacturer, when mountains of the stuff heads back to them they will have to work out what to do next won’t they.

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Perhaps you’ve always had a creative side, or maybe the past six months have awakened a spark? Whatever your motivation, the Forest of Bowland AONB team are inviting people to join them for this chance to meet three practising artists who find much of their inspiration in the fells and fields, and whose work reflects the palette of our richly diverse countryside. The live, online session will take place on Tue 24th Nov, starting at 6:30pm. During the event Heather Fox, Cultural Development Manager with Lancashire County Council, will chat with Bowland-based Nita Burrows and Keith Parkinson, and Cumbria-based Annie Luke Turner, to find out what motivates them, how they arrived at their current style and how you could be inspired to create your very own pieces. Sandra Silk, Project Officer with the AONB said, ‘Both Annie and Nita were due to deliver workshops for us this autumn. Sadly, we’ve had to cancel those sessions but we didn’t want to lose the opportunity to bring some colour and creativity into our winter programme.’ Annie Luke Turner is an abstract artist who tries to capture the feeling and atmosphere of a particular place through her work. Printmaker, Nita Burrows, uses the Pennine landscape to produce marks in wood, metal – and even milk cartons, whilst Keith Parkinson’s paintings are characterised by colour, light and dark. ‘The landscape is a real source of inspiration for many artists in and around Bowland’, said Sandra, ‘and if chatting to Nita, Annie and Keith encourages others to make their creative mark, that will be fantastic.’

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GARSTANG QUAKERS Everyone is welcome at Quaker meetings for worship. We meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30am at the Friends Meeting House, Calder House Lane, Garstang PR3 1ZE. We’ve been careful to put all the necessary Covid precautions in place to keep you safe if you wish to visit us. We’re planning to worship online too, on Zoom. Woodbrooke also holds several online meetings for worship throughout the week. You can find details at:

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CAT SMITH MP (cont) told that most exciting of all are the rare large heath butterflies which flit across the boggy areas of Winmarleigh Moss between late June and early August. Congratulations to all those who are playing such an important role in the conservation of our planet. As we look ahead to Remembrance Sunday on Sun 8th Nov, for some the event will have particular poignancy. Earlier this year we marked 75 years since VE Day and VJ Day, and we’ve seen our Armed Forces playing a vital role in helping during the Coronavirus pandemic. The values of service and sacrifice which have been the hallmark of generations of our military personnel have been evident again as the Armed Forces have stood alongside essential workers on the front line as we try to control the spread of this disease. And because of the pandemic, Remembrance this year will also be very different with acts of commemoration scaled back or cancelled. I’ll be making a private visit to the cenotaphs in Fleetwood, Over Wyre and Lancaster to pay my respects in the week leading up to the commemoration. Wreaths can be laid from Sun 1st Nov to help spread out visitors to the memorial sites. And like many others I’ll commemorate the sacrifice of so many by standing on my doorstep for a two-minute silence at 11:00am. And if you’re a veteran, or carer or family of a veteran and you need some extra support Age UK Lancashire has launched a new service to provide practical support for live-in family members and carers of veterans aged 50+. The service is free to access and offers up to 12 weeks of support for veterans and their family and carers. Support is tailored to meet individual needs and can include information and advice, practical support, access to a wide network of contacts, self-development, how to lead a healthier lifestyle and consider

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Hello to everyone. How time does fly. We are already five weeks into our new season and autumn is now with us. She arrives with splendid colours with or without Covid, and gives us plenty to photograph if we look for it - although the shorter days make us move a little quicker to catch the light and the good shots. Membership numbers are slightly down from previous years but there is still time for past members to renew and put a cheque in the post (see the treasurer’s details at the end of the article). As well as that gentle reminder, I would urge anyone with an interest in ‘making’ pictures, even on phones, to join us. We are a very friendly group of individuals at all levels of photography very willing to help newcomers.

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All meetings this session have had to be held via Zoom and, quite possibly, if restrictions stay or even alter, this may well be for the remainder of the club’s year. We realise that Zoom is not the preferred way to hold our meetings but at this time there is no other safe alternative, and this approach has eliminated a ‘lost’ year.

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Do contact us to give us a try (details are on the website). The meetings to date have been quite successful but with a totally different approach - even this year’s photography show was produced on line. On our last summer outing in September to Leven’s Hall and the surrounding park, we were blessed with superb weather from dawn to dusk with plenty to shoot from black backed deer, the Bagot’s goats and even the salmon that were leaping. We do try to put on a good show! Our programme for November begins on Wed 4th Nov when we welcome on screen Steve Myall with ‘100 Strangers’ Portraits’. This is followed on Wed 11th Nov with Jane Lines who will be judging our Event’s Cup Competition from across this year. Philip Medcalf will close Nov with ‘Alpha Marine Photography’. One of the few benefits, thanks to Covid, is that we no longer have to brave the cold damp nights to travel to the Arts Centre (personally, I would rather!). Remember, please keep safe.

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GREEN HOMES GRANT (cont) Where to Start The easiest way to know if you will qualify for the Green Homes Grant scheme is to get an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) done by your local domestic energy assessor. This will provide answers to all the technical questions about your home that are required when applying for the scheme. It will also give independent recommendations and an estimated cost so you will be able to compare this with the quoted cost. You can find a domestic energy assessor by searching ‘Find an energy assessor - GOV. UK’ in your web browser. Once completed, your energy assessor will ‘lodge’ the EPC. You can then check your eligibility for the scheme and find installers for your chosen improvements on the government’s website. Next Steps

The secondary measure for this client was a new external composite door to the garage (one that locks as if it were an external door) at a cost of £1000. Further Information & Web Links • Find an Energy Assessor: www.bit.ly/ energy-assessor • Find your ECP: www.bit.ly/find-ecp • Check Eligibility: www.bit.ly/checkeligible • Find a tradesperson: www.bit.ly/findtradesperson • Simple Energy Advice Line: 0800 444 202 For any further queries or advice about the scheme, please do get in touch. Francis Lambert BSc. (Hons) Building Surveying t: 07419783449 / 01995 606380 e: support@epcandsaplancashire.com www.epcandsaplancashire.com

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We held our first social meeting by Zoom recently, getting an update on the workings and progress of Mary’s Meals. We managed to watch a great video featuring actor, Gerard Butler who has been to see for himself the amazing work done by this charity to support some of the poorest children across the world to have at least one meal and be able to attend school. It’s well worth watching – see http://bit.ly/marys-meals Last month we shared a thank you letter from Mary’s Meals for the work we do in sending them completed BackPacks. This month we’d like to say a great big ‘thank you’ ourselves to all our friends and supporters who have never stopped helping us with this over the summer months and who have continued to collect lots of toothpaste, pencils and other essentials to go into the backpacks throughout the stress of lockdown. We really do appreciate the wonderful assistance we get from everyone. Garstang Christmas Lights Just because we’re confined to our homes doesn’t mean we’re abandoning our community. Usually at this time we would

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SOROPTIMISTS (cont) be getting ready to sell parched peas for our annual charity and providing a Christmas hamper to support the Garstang Christmas Lights. These lights are a beautiful display each year and, more so than ever in these strange times, will provide a huge boost to everyone’s mental health and well-being. So please, consider popping along to Carrs in Garstang and donating a little towards the fundraising for the lights if you can. The Victorian Festival is a great loss to the town this year and will impact greatly on the ‘lights’ fundraising. We know the Christmas Lights fundraising committee will gratefully receive anything you can spare. Something Different… Thanks to Muriel and her dogged determination, we have just ordered our new ‘Soroptimist’ branded neck scarves which we will be wearing with pride the moment we’re set loose on the world again. I’m sure you’ll agree, they’re smart! Other Work But whilst still confined, our Club Programme Action work continues and we are happy to report that we are busy working with Cabus and Garstang on the Plantlife Road Verge Campaign as part of our aims to work on Planet Sustainable Goal of Increasing Biodiversity: http://bit.ly/love-wildflowers As part of this, Cabus Parish Council are working on introducing relaxed mowing along the A6 next year. This is not only good for the

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BEN WALLACE MP With winter just around the corner and the shorter days closing in, I hope you are all coping well in these strange and challenging times. As I write this Lancashire has been placed in the Tier 3 alert category. This is for areas with very high levels of Covid infections. Unfortunately cases in Lancashire have been rising and the fact of the matter is if it keeps rising, sadly, more lives will be lost. Normally during the winter months, our hospitals are under pressure to keep up with the demands of the cold and flu season. This year, Covid will increase the strain on both emergency and non-emergency services, saving lives must be our priority.

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BEN WALLACE MP (cont) entering a very high alert level area other than for work, education or for caring responsibilities or to travel through as part of a longer journey.

I have been contacted by employers and employees alike and I am trying to ensure all information given is clear and concise in a fast moving situation.

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BEN WALLACE MP (cont) nhs.uk, please remember your community hub, Wyre Together (01253) 891000. Also, the Department of Health and Social Care helpline number for any on-going Covid queries is 0300 303 2713, lines are open from 7:00am - 11:00pm daily. If anyone is showing symptoms of Covid, they will be able to arrange testing. I am extremely disappointed that we cannot go ahead with the normal remembrance arrangements. However, nationally the Armed Forces will join with the Royal British Legion as they did earlier this year on the successful VE and VJ Day commemorations to lead the nation once again in showing our respects for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Locally, I know that many residents will want to visit their local war memorial to pay their respects - I would urge you to do this sometime in the lead up to Remembrance

Sunday so as not to attract crowds and to always follow current restrictions. I also understand that Wyre Council are asking residents to observe a two minute silence at 11:00am on Remembrance Sunday. For anyone who will struggle to buy a poppy this year, you can make a donation and get more information by going to www. britishlegion.org.uk In addition to the mail I am receiving about the current Covid situation, the issues that normally dominate my mail bag are still coming through from planning worries to localised flooding and highways issues. Please be assured myself and my team will continue to work hard on all issues. Flooding is an issue which is unfortunately occurring more often. If you are flooded you should report it in the first instance to the Environment Agency Floodline on 0800 80

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BEN WALLACE MP (cont) 70 60, but if there is an immediate risk to life or you are trapped by flood water call 999. If you are concerned about flood risk, the lead flood authority is Lancashire County Council, so for help and advice go to www. lancashire.gov.uk and follow the links for, report flooding and drainage or call 0300 123 6780. For United Utilities related issues, go to www.unitedutilities.com and follow the link for ‘emergencies and flooding’. The most effective way to contact me is by e-mail, at wallaceb@parliament.uk with a brief description of the issues you wish to raise, along with your contact details. You can also ring my office at the House of Commons on 0207 219 5804 or write to me at the House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA.

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PREESALL TOWN COUNCIL NEWS Council Meetings Preesall Town Council continues to hold its meetings by Zoom video conference. Details can be found on the council’s noticeboards and website. There is still an opportunity for members of the public to raise matters or view proceedings. Anyone wishing to join the meeting should contact the clerk on the number below. Preesall Town Council Vacancy Following a recent unsuccessful recruitment exercise the council is again seeking tenders for the post of Lengthsman. Previous applicants need not apply. Base Location: Preesall Responsible to: Preesall Town Council’s Contract Administrator Tell them you saw their advert in the Over Wyre Focus

PREESALL TOWN COUNCIL (cont) Hours: The contract is for a maximum 25 hours per week to be worked flexibly dependent on time of year and weather. Applicants are asked to determine how many hours they believe would be necessary to carry out the duties. The council may consider splitting the role for the right applicants. Salary: £12 to £15 per hour, based on evidence of experience. Overall responsibilities: To carry out the duties of Preesall Town Council Lengthsman within the parish boundaries of Preesall, providing a focused level of service, resulting in improvement to the environment within Preesall and Knott End. Duties: These are defined in the job description and the workbook; both are available on the council’s website under the documents/information tab. Person specification: This is fully detailed

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PREESALL TOWN COUNCIL (cont) signage and a wheeled cart for litter picking duties. They will also be required to have full public liability insurance cover to a minimum of £5million. If you are interested in tendering for the role please contact the town clerk, Alison May. New Website Preesall Town Council now has a new website that fully meets the Government’s requirements on accessibility. It came into operation on Wed 23rd Sept. See address at end of article. Esplanade Shelters The council has decided to approach Wyre Council with a view to taking over ownership of the seafront shelters. This would enable Preesall Town Council to renovate the shelters and make them into more of a feature on the Esplanade.

Hanging Planters in Barton Square The self-watering planters have been removed for health and safety reasons. They are now in storage until suitable arrangements can be made to relocate them. Overgrown Vegetation The council has received a number of complaints regarding vegetation encroaching on to footpaths and highways. Residents are asked to check that their trees/ hedges aren’t causing an obstruction/danger to others and to take action to cut back any overgrowth. Fly-Tipping & Rubbish Recycling There have been several instances of the incorrect disposal of rubbish, which has resulted in Wyre Council involvement in cleaning up the mess. It has been noted that the problem is mainly

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PREESALL TOWN COUNCIL (cont) associated with rental properties in the township. Landlords are encouraged to ensure their tenants are aware of Wyre’s recycling policy and to take swift action when necessary to prevent this issue becoming a bigger problem. Switch to Cycling ‘Switch to Cycling’ is a new campaign from Lancashire County Council aiming to build on the momentum of those who have started cycling during lockdown and encourage more people to take up cycling for short journeys. It promotes the benefits of cycling including fitness, saving money and beating the traffic as well as providing advice and information on starting cycling, cycling routes and free training sessions.

Next Meeting Preesall Town Council will meet next on Mon 9th Nov at 7:00pm. This is a public meeting and residents are welcome. An opportunity to raise matters is available. Log-in details can be obtained from the clerk by 3:00pm on the day of the meeting at the latest. Please keep an eye on the council’s website and notice boards for updates. For further information contact the clerk, Alison May. Alison May e: preesalltowncouncil@gmail.com m: 07739 868212 www.preesalltowncouncil.org

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The Parish Council have a Facebook page ‘Hambleton ( Wyre ) Parish Council’. Follow us and keep in-the-know with Parish Council events and village developments.

If you are confined to your home and need any practical help or just someone to have a chat with, the Parish Council, along with a local army of volunteers are here to help. Please ring the Clerk to discuss your needs in the first instance. Huge thanks go out to all the people in the village who have offered their help during this time. Please, everyone, keep safe.

Parish Council Next Meeting The next Ordinary Parish Council meetings will be held on Tues 3rd Nov and 1st Dec via Skype starting at 7:30pm. Members of the public are encouraged to attend. Please contact the Clerk to join. If you are unable to attend, but have an issue you would like the Council to consider, please let the Clerk know so it can be added to the agenda. Thank You We would like to thank everyone that has played a part in brightening up the village during 2020. Despite a difficult year for everyone the village has looked blooming lovely. They also give thanks for the many volunteers that have helped, and continue to help, the most vulnerable residents. Hambleton residents are some of the best. Keeping Hambleton Tidy Councillors have been walking around the village, identifying ways that the appearance can be improved and would like to ask for support in two areas. The first is asking everyone that is able, to look after the area just outside their home, this may include weeding on the pavement side of your garden wall, tending to your hedge or keeping grids free of debris (this would have the added bonus of reducing the risk of flooding in the village). Secondly, many people have been leaving items on the kerbside for people to “help themselves”, a fantastic way of recycling items no longer wanted but, please ensure that the item is disposed of safely if it has not been taken away within a period of 7 days. Items left for longer periods can become unsightly and reduces the appeal of the area

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Pilling Parish Council is unable to distribute its Pilling newsletter, but we will be back next year. In the meantime the following is happening in Pilling:

Council Meetings

Celebrating Halloween Given the current restrictions in Lancashire unfortunately trick-or-treating will not be permitted this year as it would increase the risk of household transmissions. Celebrations will be within our own homes. Remembrance Sunday On Remembrance Sunday, residents are asked to join the country from their homes in a doorstep two minute silence at 11:00am. The Parish Council Chairman will informally lay a wreath at Pilling War Memorial on behalf of the Council; residents may lay wreaths, but to be mindful of the following guidelines: •

If you do wish to lay a wreath please visit throughout the entire day, or even over a few days and not to attend at the traditional time of 11:00am.

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No more than six people to gather at the war memorial at any one time

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If there are people already at the war memorial when you arrive, please wait at a distance until they have finished

The council continues to hold its meetings via Zoom video conference. Details can be found on the council’s noticeboard and website. There is still an opportunity for members of the public to raise matters of concern. Anyone wishing to join the meeting should contact the clerk on the number below before 3:00pm on the day of the meeting. Road Closures Temporary road closure on Union Lane, Out Rawcliffe, from 26th Oct to 13th Dec or until completion of the works within this period. Tree Work Additional works in the wood have once again had to be postponed until the land dries out. Once conditions are suitable further trees towards the centre of the wood that are suffering from ash die back will be felled. The

Senior Citizens’ Christmas Party Following recent Covid restrictions Pilling Parish Council has been forced to cancel the Christmas Party; but we will be back next year better than ever. Christmas Tree Switch-on The switch-on is yet another village event cancelled due to Covid, but residents can still enjoy the Christmas Tree and lights on Pilling’s Village Green. Keep yourself and your family safe and look out for your neighbours. Gillian Benson - Clerk t: (01995) 600689 Tell them you saw their advert in the Over Wyre Focus

STALMINE-WITH-STAYNALL (cont) annual tree survey took place on 10th Sept – the report is expected shortly.

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Following, requests from members of the public, the council has agreed to add £3,500 to next year’s budget to buy a bus shelter to be sited on the northbound route of the A588 near Staynall Lane.

The plantsman has given the main road direction signs throughout the village a fresh coat of black paint and removed the broken and damaged fingers. The wooden fingers are beyond repair and new fingers have been commissioned. Flower Bed Near Cold Row Work commitments have prevented the sponsor – Little Simpsons Tea Rooms – undertaking the planting work. The sponsor has indicated it is still prepared to sponsor the plants for the bed. Christmas Although it won’t be possible for the normal Christmas lights switch-on event to take place the council has once again agreed to provide

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Loan of Planters to the Village Hall The council has approved the loan of seven planters to be placed on the car park at the village hall. These will be planted and maintained by the village hall volunteers. Adoption Lancashire The council is being asked to promote this year’s campaign by directing people interested in adoption to social media channels - twitter: @AdoptionLBP (search #WishForAFamily) or facebook: @ adoptionlancashireblackpool The adoption

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STALMINE-WITH-STAYNALL (cont) enquiry line 0300 123 6727 or their website www.adoptionlancashireblackpool.org.uk also can provide information. Next Meeting of the Council This will be on Tues 10th Nov at 7:00pm. Stalmine-with-Staynall Councillors •

Cllr Terry Williams (Chairman), By The Way, Brickhouse Lane, t: (01253) 702734; • Cllr D Booth, Wardleys Cottage, Wardleys Lane, t: (01253) 701711; • Cllr F Cardwell, Meadow Cottage, Carr Lane, t: (01253) 700150; • Cllr A Morton, t: (01253) 702156; • Cllr Sue Pelham, Eldersfield, Brickhouse Lane, t: (01253) 700750; • Cllr Jean Wilson, Premium Farm Cottage, Sower Carr Lane, t: (01253) 701119. For further information contact any councillor or contact the clerk. Alison May - Clerk t: 07880 657 761 e: clerk@stalmineparishcouncil.org w: www.stalmineparishcouncil.org

SSRA Stalmine with Staynall Residents’ Assoc. Greetings to everyone in these difficult times. Please keep safe and continue to respect the rules and regulations in the interests of all. Also, let’s all look out for those in need of support at what can be incredibly lonely and isolated circumstances for many. On a lighter note, our SSRA home Christmas Lights and Decoration Competition will again take place and we hope to once more install our SSRA Christmas tree at the top of Smithy Lane for residents in celebration of Christmas. Alas, the lantern making and parade are now definitely cancelled.

We continue to look into possibilities for our Over Wyre shed and will keep you informed of any progress. SSRA 2020-21 Officers will remain the same: Chairman, Chris Hyde, Vice-chairman, Peter Swarbrick, Subcommittee Chair, Ann Ralph, Treasurer, Susan Haydock and Secretary, Pauline Andrews. See below for contacts. Peter Swarbrick, our Vice-chairman, is working tirelessly putting together a carefully researched, critical and accurate document about the proposed additional housing on Carr End Lane including; our local existing flooding issues, traffic concerns, pedestrian and resident safety issues and drainage to name but a few concerns. Many thanks must go to Peter who continues to work hard on our behalf. His research is thorough and professional drawing on his decades of experience. Please view our SSRA Facebook and The Countryside Flooring Company

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Stalmine Chat sites for photographic evidence of local flooding and add any relevant photos you may have, especially of Carr End Lane. We shall refer the relevant agencies to these as and when required. Finally, it is great that we have the Seven Stars, our wonderful pub. We thank Mark, Emma and Ali at the Seven Stars for their continued support and guidance at this difficult time. For further information on any SSRA details please use any of the following contacts: • • • •

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Message from Dr Claire Bolton Face-to-Face Appointments The issue of patients not being able to access face-to-face appointments with their GP has hit the press recently. I would like to reassure patients that face-toface appointments have continued to happen at Over Wyre throughout the pandemic. However, it is not possible to directly book a face to face appointment. All initial consultations with a GP or our nurse practitioner, Elaine, continue to be done via telephone or video consultation to facilitate social distancing. This is in accordance with guidance from NHS England. If the clinician feels a face to face appointment is indicated, for example if an examination or test is needed, you will be offered an appointment or home visit if necessary.

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OVER WYRE MEDICAL (cont) Hambleton Village Hall Reverend Andy Shaw has kindly offered the Medical Centre the use of Hambleton Village Hall for several months following the closure of the Hambleton Branch Surgery. The Medical Centre would like to thank Reverend Andy for his help and we are delighted to be able to offer a one off flu clinic service at the Village Hall on Fri 13th Nov. Unfortunately due to the ongoing Covid pandemic and CQC regulations - including not being able to store medicines or equipment on site and having to register the Village Hall to the Medical Centre’s permanent registration - it is not going to be possible to offer regular clinical services from there. Flu Clinics This year more than ever before it is important to be vaccinated if you are eligible. Please call to arrange your appointment. On the day,

be sure to wear a mask and don’t attend if you are unwell with a high temperature or other symptoms of Covid. Please follow the advice of our flu-marshals who will be facilitating the smooth running of the clinics and maintaining social distancing. I would like to thank our volunteer flu marshals from the Patient Participation Group for their help. Preesall Flu Clinic Dates • • • •

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11 Which creatures does an ornithologist study?

2 The fish represent which sign of the zodiac?

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3 Who, according to the nursery rhyme, killed Cock Robin? 4 Apollo, Eros and Iris are all what? 5 Which sport combines cross country running and map reading? 6 Who performed the world’s first human heart transplant in Capetown in 1967? 7 What is colcannon? 8 What is the hardest substance found in the human body? 9 What was Fred Flinstone’s wife called in the TV cartoon series? 10 Climbing plants produce curling outgrowths for support called what?

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Amy Connick will be joining us in the role of Care Co-ordinator from Tue 1st Dec. Amy’s role will include liaising with patients and various members of the wider clinical team including GPs, District Nurses, Health Visitors and hospital colleagues to improve patient care. Brian Harrop is a familiar face around Over Wyre already having done a lot of work with us in his role as a Clinical Pharmacist with the CCG. However, we are pleased that he will be joining us on a permanent basis from Mon 4th Jan. We welcome Nathan Russell as our latest addition to the Dispensary Team. And last but not least we welcome Maria Benson who will be joined us on Mon 19th Oct from Broadway Medical Centre. Maria is an experienced Reception Supervisor and will further enhance the smooth running of our Admin Office. A Thank You to the Medical Centre Staff I’m always very proud of the staff at Over Wyre, but never more so than now. They have coped with ever changing guidance over the past six months aimed at keeping patients and staff as safe as possible. The reception and admin team have coped with record numbers of phone calls, the medical team have kept appointments running, the cleaning staff have maintained the building meticulously making it a clean and safe environment for us all. The dispensary team have made sure prescriptions have been issued promptly and more recently chronic disease and routine clinics such as smear and contraception services have restarted. Staff have been called on to cover duties for colleagues that have been absent due to shielding or self-isolation. Prior to the summer holidays, many of the staff were also juggling additional childcare and home schooling due to the closure of

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OVER WYRE MEDICAL (cont) schools. I’ve been impressed with their ‘can do’ attitude throughout this period and would like to say a big thank you to them all. They have done, and continue to do, an amazing job.

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Message from Dr Vicky Simpson Loneliness in Lockdown Covid has affected us all and continues to impact our daily lives. We hope that the situation with the pandemic will improve as we get into spring but we simply don’t know. Many people are struggling with mental health problems and loneliness as a result of the extended restriction on our lives. I have collated a list of charity and volunteer services that can help you if you are suffering. Lancashire Volunteer Service This service can provide a befriending service to isolated individuals. Similarly, volunteering could be a fulfilling and enjoyable activity in these difficult times. Contact: mark.trent@ lancashire.gov.uk or 07887 831 672. The Silver Line The Silver Line is a charity organisation providing 24 hour support and advice for Tell them you saw it in the “Green Book”

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The Admiral Nurses are a fantastic charity run organisation offering advice and support to patients with dementia and their carers (contact 0800 888 6678 or email: helpline@ dementiauk.org). Age UK Age UK have a daily advice line (0800 055 6112) offering information and advice about staying well and safe, accessing services, arranging funerals and telephone befriending. Cruse

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HARMONY & HEALTH (cont) remote singing sessions instead. We would now like to extend the opportunity to anyone out there who would like to join us. You will need to have a device with internet connectivity and my husband and I will fully support you, if you are unfamiliar with the technology. Words and music are provided through your computer/tablet/laptop and there is no cost for joining in. Our sessions are held on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30pm - 2:30pm and on Wednesday mornings from 10:00am - 11:00am. You are not committed to attending for a specific number of sessions. If you are interested, please get in touch. Ann Cameron t: 07966 126 999 Alan Cameron t: 07825 271 344

FRIENDS OF TRINITY HOSPICE Over Wyre Trinity’s Christmas cards are now on sale. They can be viewed at Trinity’s online shop and then ordered and delivered through our group, saving postage costs. Contact me via email or by phone or text and we can arrange payment and delivery. Help us to help Trinity in these difficult times. Helen Shields t: 07946 701 299 e: helenannelomax@gmail.com

WYRE JUNIORS FOOTBALL CLUB After months of work, we now have the Pavilion at Preesall Park running every Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon serving hot and cold drinks, hot sandwiches and snacks. If you or your child are participating in one of our games, please come and have a look at what we have on offer. We are Covid-safe, therefore we ask everyone adheres to social

distancing and wears a mask whilst inside the building. Saturday Morning Football Club New start time: 10:30am Saturday Morning Football Club is a great way for young footballers to start playing at Wyre Juniors. It is open to children in Reception and Year 1. These sessions are run by FA Level 1 qualified coaches. Just turn up at 10:30am on a Saturday morning to join. League Teams All our teams are playing every week either at home or away around the Fylde coast. We have developed more facilities at Pilling for us to use due to the every growing numbers of children wanting to join in with their local community club. If your children or you want to get involved please get in touch. Angela t: 07799 110 146

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RSPCA (cont) Poppy & Violet Poppy (mum) and Violet (daughter) have had an extremely poor start in life after being removed from a multi-rabbit household. Poppy is a nervous rabbit who will shy away from interaction whilst Violet has more confidence along with an inquisitive nature. They are looking for a home with rabbit-savvy adopters who have experience with nervous rabbits. This mum and daughter duo are looking for a home together which can provide them with plenty of space to run and explore. For information on suitable rabbit accommodation

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Christmas Shoe Box Appeal 2020 We are in the process of organising our shoe box appeal for the animals at the centre. More information on this will be featured in next months of edition. Hannah Kirrane - Animal Centre Manager t: 01253 703000 w: www.rspcablackpool.org.uk

WYRE FLOOD FORUM My internal alarm clock jolted me out of my comfort zone this week and took me back to the 70s.

The Rivers Trust and Wyre Rivers Trust are leading a new pioneering project, which will investigate innovative funding opportunities for implementing Natural Flood Management (NFM) measures on the River Wyre and its tributaries, to help reduce the risk of flooding in Churchtown. The project will explore the potential for securing green finance from investors, which can be paid back over several years by a range of organisations which will benefit from reduced flood risk and other benefits from the project. This project is being delivered by The Rivers Trust, Wyre Rivers Trust, Environment Agency, United Utilities, Triodos Bank, Coop Insurance and FloodRE with funding from Esme Fairbairn Foundation.

I typed into Google ‘Flooding in the Wyre at St Michaels’ and read about the devastating floods in North Fylde in 1927 and 50 years later in 1977. We have not seen anything quite like those events in the following 50 years although some have come close, regrettably. Have we learned anything? I thought that rather than simply catch up on the exchange of email traffic and repair to the flood basin gates I would give you a taste of the plans and projects that are happening in the River Wyre Catchment. On Thu 24th Sept members of the Wyre Flood Forum were given a Zoom presentation by Dan Turner of The Rivers Trust and Tom Myerscough, the scientific officers of the Wyre River Trust. The Wyre is one of four Rivers Trusts chosen for a new pioneering project which, it is hoped, will reduce the risk of flooding in Churchtown and other river side settlements. This is the introduction. Tell them you saw it in the “Green Book”

WYRE FLOOD FORUM (cont) lead to future natural capital investment and build a credible case for green investment to restore our river landscapes

Growing support for Natural Solutions At a time when we are facing a climate emergency, we must find new ways to invest in recovery of the natural processes that protect and support us, at a scale and pace that can make a difference. Hard engineering alone will not address our future flood risk challenges and must be supplemented by natural solutions. We believe that by implementing natural flood risk management features at scale, we could see significant financial returns from a better river environment. We expect this pilot to

Initial modelling of the River Wyre catchment has shown that development of approximately 70 hectares of NFM features might reduce the frequency of flooding to up to 120 properties in Churchtown with a large potential cost saving to multiple beneficiaries including the water company, Environment Agency, local authorities, insurance industry, locally based businesses and of course homeowners. Theoretically, these cost savings could generate a long-term revenue stream for repayment of an upfront investment in reduced flood risk. The overall goal of this project is to achieve “investment readiness” for a catchmentscale NFM solution for Churchtown that could be implemented with social and green investment capital. This will involve testing the initial flood modelling, working with the relevant landowners to get permission for the works, identifying the mechanisms and beneficiaries to repay the capital investment and building the business case. Only if all these stages are successful would the funds become available for the natural flood management works to be carried out. This is a potentially exciting project that could reduce the risk of flooding for hundreds of people and restore biodiversity to parts of the Wyre river catchment. However, there are a number of steps that need to be taken before it is known whether this is possible or not. I remember some years ago when I was a member of the Forrest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty being on a Field Day in the Eastern fells and being told that in the 1970s the Government paid landowners to drain their land which resulted in fast run off into the R Lune causing flooding. The Government, we were told, were now paying those same land owners to rebuild the

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WYRE FLOOD FORUM (cont) “grips” to retain the water on the fells! Such is the progress we have made. Hopefully we have learned the right lessons in the 21st C. Please contact if you would like more information. Roger Brooks t: 07889 124077 e: rogerwilliambrooks@outlook.com

PILLING LANE WI Another month has passed and sadly we are no closer to being able to meet – in fact now we are in Tier 3, the only way to keep up with your friends is by meeting with up to another five in an outdoor space. It’s amazing how many of these meetings have been happening just by chance outside the shops in Knott End! Autumn has well and truly arrived and the leaves on the trees are changing to beautiful colours. As we put the clocks back and look towards winter, I hope you will still be able to get out and enjoy the lovely area we live in. A walk outside will certainly lift your spirits. If you know anyone who is not able to get out for any reason, why not get in touch with them and brighten their day.

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Of course, if you need any help with anything at all, do get in touch with any of the committee members. Janet Astley (01253) 467978

WYRE VILLA FOOTBALL CLUB West Lancashire Football League Football at the Villa All three teams, first team, reserves and Under 18’s continue to be winning, loosing and drawing matches but sure they would all do better with more support. The first team and reserves tend to alternate Tell them you saw it in the “Green Book”

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Meetings have gone ahead with the Squire and a few members. We are pleased to announce that a business event within the grounds of Parrox Hall (including live bands - pandemic-permitting) is planned to promote sponsorship. Plus we now have an ‘adopt a brick or sleeper’ scheme, with all proceeds going towards the engine shed and track. Our sincere thanks to Mr Harold Elletson for his kind and Generous help. Plus our thanks also to everyone who has kindly donated items for the fundraising stall. In the meantime, stay safe everyone! Raymond Langford

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